Birth date: Jun 19, 1963 Death date: Dec 7, 2016
In the early morning hours of December 7, 2016, at the age of 53, Cheryl Ann Blackman slipped away, leaving her family, friends and cherished community after a lengthy battle with breast cancer. Cheryl was the youngest in a famil Read Obituary
Cheryl was our best friend. A positive role model to all. She was someone who always made our frequent visits to Rehoboth enjoyable and memorable. The three of us had done so much together, and spent countless hours on the famous boardwalk, sitting on the bench near the bandstand. And I was honored to speak at her 50th birthday celebration to tell everyone how much she meant to us, to her family, and to everyone in Rehoboth. She made us felt like locals, like part of the family. We pour our hearts out to her mother Shirley, and her sisters Valory, Barbara, and Sharon. We feel the last 15 years have been precious to us to know Cheryl. We plan to continue to visit Rehoboth. We know Cheryl wants us to. Rest in peace, Cheryl.
We met Cheryl and her Mom at Point East in NSB in 2015. Both were very friendly and welcoming to us, the "new kids on the block." But there was a twinkle in Cheryl's eye, and a smile that made you smile no matter what you were feeling, that made her unforgettable. We are saddened to hear of Cheryl's passing, and grateful that we knew this little dynamo for even a short time. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and all who loved her. Elinor and Art Broga, Oneida, NY
You will always be a shining star! Your smile and positive attitude was amazing and you will be deeply missed by many many people! Rehoboth wont be the same without your presence! Jennifer Sugrue Burton and family
Cheryl was a part of our summer vacations for years. More recently we shared lots of laughs in Octobers at the Seawitch Festival. We missed her not being on the boards this year. Even though we may not see her anymore, there's something magical about the sea-she will never be far from the hearts in Rehoboth. She is sadly missed.
Cheryl was, and will remain a beacon of light and hope to all in our community, and to all those who knew her. Her infectious smile and joie de vivre lit up a room and everyone around her. She was a true example of selflessness, personified. You'll be missed dearly Cheryl. RIP ♡
If you were lucky enough to have Cheryl in your lives, whether every day or short moments of time, you cannot have helped being affected by her positive energy and amazing outlook on life and people. I miss her.
Cheryl's endless love and acceptance of all was most inspirational to me. I’m forever blessed by her memory.
We only knew Cheryl by her always friendly smile whenever we were walking on the boardwalk. She was a special person and will be missed by all especially those that walk the boardwalk regularly. Rest in piece Cheryl. Ron & Carol
Love to you and your family Cheryl. I will miss seeing you downtown and purchasing tickets from you as you "bar hop". You will aways be with us in sprit ❤️
A wonderful and kind spirit that graced our community has moved on but will never be forgotten.
